Monthly Archives: April 2015

Step-Parent Adoption in Massachusetts

Posted by Michael Franklin – Massachusetts law allows step-parents to adopt their spouse’s child under certain circumstances through an independent adoption. The first step in the adoption process is to file a petition in probate court. If the non-custodial biological parent consents then the court will simply finalize the adoption if the step-parent is eligible…

Child Custody and Visitation in Massachusetts

Posted by Michael Franklin – Divorce can be a stressful time. When children are involved, the experience can be even harder. Figuring out where the child or children will live often transitions into disagreements and arguments, particularly if both parents want sole custody of the children or if one parent feels like he or she…